Measure properly or guess your growth

You can’t manage what you don’t measure Driving growth and profit through smart metrics and KPI’s How top agencies measure for growth New webinar Free May 14th Owners and leaders of recruitment agencies all strive for growth. Whether it’s scaling teams, increasing revenue, or boosting profitability. However, agencies often fall into the trap of […]

Posted by Greg Savage
On May 5, 2026
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The Savage Truth About Your Recruitment

The real confusion in recruitment right now is which 'sacred tactics' of the past remain relevant, and which need to be reinvented or dumped. It is tough to let go of what has served you well. But that is, in fact, your most significant risk. And of course, this includes AI and automation. But not only that. Much needs to change. That's what leaders and recruiters alike are getting wrong, right now, everywhere. Holding on to what is no longer valid. Slow to pivot, reinvent, and try fresh ideas.

Posted by Greg Savage
On November 17, 2025
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Is your recruiter commission plan ‘fit’?

The way recruiters are paid has been a fraught topic forever. Plenty of business owners struggle with recruiter productivity. Plenty of recruiters struggle under schemes they feel are unfair, cumbersome or just miserly. Bonus and commission schemes have been lauded for motivating teams and criticised for driving lousy behaviour.

Posted by Greg Savage
On November 3, 2025
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How is the recruitment market really?

It is the most asked question in recruitment. 'How is the market for you?' It is also the most common justification for poor results. 'The market is awful right now.' It is the source of the most outrageous hyperbole. 'This is the worst the market has been this century.' So, what is really happening with the market?' This chart tells you everything.

Posted by Greg Savage
On October 28, 2024
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Does your ‘commission plan’ suck?

Posted by Greg Savage
On August 12, 2024
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The very best UK Recruitment event

Join me at the Recruitment Agency Expo Birmingham October 9th-10th, 2024. This event is a hub for insights, pioneering innovation and invaluable networking. I have a FREE ENTRY pass for you. A compelling roster of speakers, dynamic sessions, and unique exhibits tailored to drive your business ahead.

Posted by Greg Savage
On August 7, 2024
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11 cool resources for recruiters

Now is not the time to stagnate. The current slowdown is an opportunity to burnish and improve your skills as a recruiter and as a businessperson. It is the time to restock your skills briefcase. And there are some excellent resources around to help you do that. But you have got to act and join […]

Posted by Greg Savage
On July 8, 2024
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3 tips for leading in a downturn

Protecting your business in a downturn or recession starts long before the tough times hit. Building a sustainable business is the theme of many of my blogs and speeches, and also runs through the lessons I learned over 40 years, spelled out in my first book, The Savage Truth. However, it’s all about leadership once […]

Posted by Greg Savage
On October 31, 2023
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The market has shifted. And it will change again.

But opportunities still abound for those who are nimble and can adapt to the circumstances as they arise.

But you have to work at it and be open to learning!

Here are nine resources for recruiters that I believe...

Posted by Greg Savage
On June 7, 2023
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Can you build a resilient Temp business?

A healthy recruitment agency is an agency with sustainable annuity revenue. Perm is great while it lasts. It’s just that in a slowdown, it tends not to. But Temp and Contract are much more resilient and can even grow as the downturn cycle evolves. Building and running a successful temp desk isn’t easy. But with […]

Posted by Greg Savage
On April 11, 2023
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